NHS
Job title:
Pharmacy Assistant Technical Officer
Company
NHS
Job description
Furness General Hospital Pharmacy department is seeking two enthusiastic and motivated individuals to become part of our team.You must be able to work as a team member and on an individual basis and although Pharmacy experience is not essential for this post, you must be willing to work towards an NVQ level 2 in Pharmacy services.Hours of work are Monday to Friday 13:30 to 18:00 with participation in rotational weekend and bank holiday rota.Main duties of the jobThe main duties of the role involve working in a busy Pharmacy department ensuring a safe and effective service is provided.Main duties of this role will be the safe and efficient delivery of medication to the wards/departments whilst adhering to legislation, national and local standards and procedures in all tasks performed.Other duties may include other ATO duties such as pack downs/over labelling, replenishing emergency drug boxes, expiry date checking and reception duties, maintain stock and consumable levels ensuring stock rotation within designated areas in accordance with procedures, to perform general tidying and non-domestic cleaning duties in the department as needed, ensuring the safe disposal of waste.About usWe operate from three main hospitals – Furness General Hospital (FGH) in Barrow, the Royal Lancaster Infirmary (RLI), and Westmorland General Hospital (WGH) in Kendal, as well as a number of community healthcare premises including Millom Hospital and GP Practice, Queen Victoria Hospital in Morecambe, and Ulverston Community Health Centre.FGH and the RLI have a range of General Hospital services, with full Emergency Departments, Critical/Coronary Care units and various Consultant-led services.WGH provides a range of General Hospital services, together with an Urgent Treatment Centre, that can help with a range of non-life-threatening conditions such as broken bones and minor illnesses.All three main hospitals provide a range of planned care including outpatients, diagnostics, therapies, day case and inpatient surgery. In addition, a range of local outreach services and diagnostics are provided from community facilities across Morecambe Bay.Our community services for adults are provided in people’s homes, community centres, clinics, GP Practices, community hospitals and our main hospitals. Our aim is to work with people to help them remain independent, improve their health and manage their conditions through high quality care, advice and support.Date posted27 September 2024Pay schemeAgenda for changeBandBand 2Salary£23,615 a year Per Annum Pro RataContractPermanentWorking patternPart-timeReference number331-B10600924Job locationsFurness General HospitalDalton LaneBarrowLA14 4LFJob descriptionJob responsibilitiesTo read more information about the advertised role, and the main job duties/responsibilities please open the Job Description and Person Specification located under the supporting documents heading. You can also read more information about University Hospitals of Morecambe Bay visiting our website https://www.uhmb.nhs.uk/ Job descriptionJob responsibilitiesTo read more information about the advertised role, and the main job duties/responsibilities please open the Job Description and Person Specification located under the supporting documents heading. You can also read more information about University Hospitals of Morecambe Bay visiting our website https://www.uhmb.nhs.uk/Person SpecificationEducation and qualificationsEssential
- Good basic education to GCSE level or equivalent – Including numeracy & literacy
- Willing to work towards NVQ 2 and BTEC – Pharmacy services
Desirable
- Willing to work towards NVQ Level 2 in Pharmacy Services
ExperienceDesirable
- Experience in hospital or community pharmacy
Skills, ability and knowledgeEssential
- Good communication skills, written / oral
- Basic computer experience / keyboard skills
- Attention to detail
- Accuracy
- Ability to work under pressure
Personal QualitiesEssential
- Team player
- Ability to work alone
- Reliable, Honest, trustworthy and able to maintain confidentiality at all times
- Ability to work a designated shift pattern inline with the trusts 7 day working policy
- Ability to travel as required
Person SpecificationEducation and qualificationsEssential
- Good basic education to GCSE level or equivalent – Including numeracy & literacy
- Willing to work towards NVQ 2 and BTEC – Pharmacy services
Desirable
- Willing to work towards NVQ Level 2 in Pharmacy Services
ExperienceDesirable
- Experience in hospital or community pharmacy
Skills, ability and knowledgeEssential
- Good communication skills, written / oral
- Basic computer experience / keyboard skills
- Attention to detail
- Accuracy
- Ability to work under pressure
Personal QualitiesEssential
- Team player
- Ability to work alone
- Reliable, Honest, trustworthy and able to maintain confidentiality at all times
- Ability to work a designated shift pattern inline with the trusts 7 day working policy
- Ability to travel as required
Expected salary
£23615 per year
Location
Barrow, Lancashire
Job date
Mon, 30 Sep 2024 07:07:03 GMT
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